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Boeing Bbj Max 9 vs Gulfstream G700 vs Leonardo Aw189 vs Sikorsky S 92

The Boeing BBJ MAX 9 and Gulfstream G700 are large, long-range business jets, while the Leonardo AW189 and Sikorsky S‑92 are medium/large twin‑engine helicopters optimized for vertical access rather than speed and range. In category, the BBJ MAX 9 is an airliner-based VIP transport with the greatest cabin volume and the most flexible high-density seating, whereas the G700 is a purpose-built ultra-long-range business jet focused on premium layouts and nonstop intercontinental missions. On range, the G700 is typically the longest-legged of the four (around 7,000–7,500 nautical miles), the BBJ MAX 9 also offers intercontinental capability but generally shorter than the G700 depending on configuration, and the AW189 and S‑92 have far shorter practical ranges (roughly a few hundred nautical miles, varying with payload and reserves). On passenger capacity, the BBJ MAX 9 can carry far more passengers in airline-style layouts, while VIP BBJ and G700 interiors usually seat far fewer for comfort; the G700 commonly accommodates roughly a dozen to under twenty. The AW189 and S‑92 generally carry around 16–19 passengers in typical transport seating, with the S‑92 often at the higher end.

SpecBoeing BBJ MAX 9Gulfstream G700AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW189Sikorsky S-92
Summary
Cockpit2322
DOC / nm$ 15.74$ 15.57$ 19.79
Min Crew4412
Total Seats12162121
ManufacturerBoeingGulfstreamLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameBBJ MAX 9G700AW189S-92
CertificationFAA / EASAIn DevelopmentFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)63767500651439
DOC / nm / Seat$ 1.97$ 0.74$ 0.94
Max Cabin Seats35191919
OEM VerificationVERIFIEDUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)771207417
Standard Cabin Seats8121919
Direct Operating Cost$ 7,396$ 2,413$ 3,068
Flight Deck (Base Spec)HoneywellGulfstream Symmetry Flight DeckEFISEFIS
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)470516155155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$107,700,000$78,000,000$2,413,000 $30,650,000
Flight RulesIFRIFR
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew4412
Total Seats10162121
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats35191919
Cabin Pressure (psi)9
Standard Cabin Seats8121919
SL Cabin Altitude (ft)24000
Crew RestOptional
Jump SeatYes
Galley LocationFWD
Lavatory LocationFWD / AFT
Engine
FADECYesYesYes
ModelLEAP-1BPearl 700CT7-2E1CT7-8A
TBO (hrs)On-ConditionOn Condition40004000
Flat RatingISA + 15
Thrust (lbs)2800018250
No. of Engines2221
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuel
Horsepower19832520
Fuel Capacity (gal)760
Dimensions
Length (ft)138.4109.957.8
Wingspan (ft)117.9103
Aisle Step (ft)Flat FloorFlat Floor
Cabin Width (ft)11.68.2
Cabin Height (ft)7.16.25
Cabin Length (ft)107.256.9
Overall Height (ft)40.325.416.617.8
Cabin Width - Floor (ft)10.7
Cabin Length - Seating (ft)100.6
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)148585140
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)195
Rotor Diameter (ft)48
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)395775